Gerald E. Stark, PhD MSEM CPOL FAAOPD PractionerClinician

Dr. Gerald Stark is the Director of Clinical Operations and Technical Support at BionIT Labs, based in Soleto, Italy. With over 34 years of experience, he has held leadership roles across engineering, clinical care, product development, and education within the orthotics and prosthetics (O&P) field.
Holding degrees in Mechanical Engineering and a Masters in Engineering Management, Dr. Stark earned his Ph.D. in Organizational Education from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. He has authored and presented extensively at national and international conferences, contributing significantly to the global advancement of O&P.
Throughout his career, Dr. Stark has served as a faculty member at Northwestern University, Georgia Tech, and the University of Tennessee, in addition to supporting numerous O&P programs. He has held positions on the boards of ISPO, NCOPE, and the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists, where he chaired both the Research and Education Councils and now serves as Immediate Past-President.
Dr. Stark is among the few professionals honored with both the Thranhardt and Hammontree Awards, as well as the Canadian Association for Prosthetics and Orthotics Award. His contributions have earned him distinctions such as “Outstanding Engineering Alumni,” “Outstanding Doctoral Student,” “Outstanding Clinical Educator,” and Fellow with Distinction for his impactful academic and professional achievements.